Black Forest Ham
What You Should Know
You'd find this in the refrigerated deli or pre-sliced meats section — a grab-and-go option for sandwiches, charcuterie boards, or quick lunches. It carries a nostalgic, comforting vibe (think ham-and-cheese lunches), and its soft, sliceable texture plus added sugars and 'natural flavor' reflect processing applied to enhance taste, moisture and shelf stability rather than a minimally processed whole meat.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Black, Forest, Ham, (pork,, water,, cane, sugar,, sea, salt,, vinegar, [from, cane],, blend, of, sugar, and, honey, [cane, sugar,, honey],, maple, sugar,, natural, flavor)..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
Main ingredient is pork with common preserving/seasoning agents (salt, sugars, vinegar) and added flavoring; this is a processed meat product rather than an ultra‑processed formulation full of industrial additives, so it aligns with NOVA group 3.
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Common Questions about Black Forest Ham
The Black Forest Ham can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a high-protein option. With just 90 calories and 18 grams of protein per 3-ounce serving, it packs a punch for muscle maintenance. However, it's also on the salty side with 760 mg of sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.